Hué

Vietnam

What to see in Hué

Hué Attractions

Hue is the former Royal Capital of Vietnam and the city's
architecture and attractions reflect the legacy of opulent emperors
and revered statesmen. Not only is its historic significance
reflected in the city, but its natural beauty is also immediately
apparent to visitors.

The Perfume River is one of the last places in Vietnam where the
government hasn't removed those who dwell on and live off its
rivers. The Royal Tombs and the Citadel lie along its banks, the
final resting places and former home of some of Vietnam's most
notable emperors. Hue harks back to an age where leaders were gods
and the mystique of their status is evident at their elaborately
constructed tombs.

Yet, it is not discordant with the present and the demilitarised
zones and tunnels at Vinh Moc remind us of the atrocities of recent
history. Here visitors can explore the tunnel systems of Vinh Moc,
where local villagers hid and survived constant bombardment during
the Vietnam War. Don't wander far off of the path though, there is
still enough unexploded ordnance in the jungles to fight another
war.

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